DWI

DWI

DUI Defense in Long Island, NY

Experienced with hundreds of DUI (Driving Under the Influence) defense cases in Long Island, NY McCarthy & Carbone will carefully examine the evidence in your case, giving you the best chance to avoid jail time, a conviction and retain your license. Analyzing the legality of your traffic stop, the accuracy of your blood or breath test, whether your field sobriety tests were given to you properly and whether all of your rights were explained to you are all critical pieces in building your defense and protecting your rights. Contact Attorney Dennis F. Dwyer today for a free consultation to discuss the specifics of your case.

Criminal Defense In New York

We understand criminal law from both sides of the courtroom. If you are facing criminal charges of any kind, having a defense lawyer who knows how the prosecution works can help you aggressively protect your rights during hearings, negotiations and trial. We have the knowledge and proven skills to defend your case and help minimize the negative consequences of a variety of criminal charges, including:

DUI: including Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Driving Under the Influence of Drugs

Minor traffic citations: including speeding, improper lane usage and driving without a license

Penalties for alcohol or drug-related violations
Driving while intoxicated is a crime. Your judgment, coordination and ability to drive a vehicle change when you consume any amount of alcohol. The level of impairment depends on five conditions

the amount of alcohol you drink

the amount of food you eat before or while you drink alcohol

the length of time you drink alcohol

your body weight

your gender

There is no quick method to become sober. The best method is to wait until your body absorbs the alcohol. The average rate that your body processes alcohol is approximately one drink per hour.

What are the types of alcohol and drug-related violations in New York State?

Driving While Intoxicated (DWI): .08 Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) or higher or other evidence of intoxication. For drivers of commercial motor vehicles: .04 BAC or other evidence of intoxication

Driving While Ability Impaired by Alcohol (DWAI/Alcohol): more than .05 BAC but less than .07 BAC, or other evidence of impairment

Driving While Ability Impaired by a Single Drug other than Alcohol (DWAI/Drug)

Driving While Ability Impaired by a Combined Influence of Drugs or Alcohol (DWAI/Combination)

Chemical Test Refusal: A driver who refuses to take a chemical test (normally a test of breath, blood or urine)

Zero Tolerance Law: A driver who is less than 21 years of age and who drives with a .02 BAC to .07 BAC violates the Zero Tolerance Law

What are the penalties for alcohol or drug-related violations?

In New York State, the penalties for an alcohol or drug-related violation include the loss of driving privileges, fines, and a possible jail term.Additional penalties

greater penalties can also apply for multiple alcohol or drug violations within a 25-year period

surcharges are added to alcohol-related misdemeanors ($260) and felonies (generally $400, but varies slightly depending on court of conviction)

three or more alcohol or drug-related convictions or refusals within 10 years can result in permanent revocation, with a waiver request permitted after at least 5 years

a driver with an Aggravated DWI violation conviction within the prior 10 years will receive a minimum 18-month revocation if convicted of DWI, DWAI/Drugs or DWAI/Combination. Also, a driver with a prior DWI, Aggravated DWI, DWAI/Drugs or DWAI/Combination with the prior 10 years will receive a minimum 18-month revocation

a driver convicted of an Aggravated DWI, DWI, DWAI/Drug, DWAI/combination, vehicular assault and aggravated vehicular assault, or vehicular manslaughter and vehicular homicide three or more times in the preceding 15 year period is guilty of a Class D felony

Criminal Law

From minor infractions to serious felonies. We represent individuals charged with crimes in both Nassau and Suffolk counties as well as all five boroughs.

Personal Injury Law

McCarthy & Carbone, P.C. have been handling personal injury cases on Long Island for almost twenty years. Find out we can help you.

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About Our Law Firm

McCarthy & Carbone are dedicated to protecting your interests and handling your case with personal interest, aggressive advocacy, professionalism, and compassion. They understand that sustaining traumatic and life changing injuries in an accident can be emotionally devastating.